PC games for women
PC games for women
PC games for women: Over time, the world of PC gaming has changed dramatically, expanding to become a large and welcoming medium for individuals from different backgrounds. Particularly women have had a significant influence on the development of the gaming business and the games themselves. Women have grown to be an essential component of this vibrant community, ranging from professional esports players to game creators.
It’s important to understand that, as the gaming world becomes more diverse, there are games for every taste, and women are no exception. This article will examine 26 PC games that are gender-neutral and provide a variety of experiences and genres, such as strategy, role-playing, and simulation. These games are not gender-specific; rather, they were picked to honor women’s passions and contributions to the game.
Top 26 PC Games for Women
1 – Assassin’s Creed Syndicate
Haley: My all-time favorite game is Assassin’s Creed Syndicate. It takes place in my favorite historical period, but the best part was getting to play as a female assassin. Evie is much more shrewd and nimble than her brother. Her attire is not too girly and is appropriate for the time. The major reason I adore her so much is because she can hold her own against the guys. She refuses to be bullied by anybody.
I always played as her instead of her brother, Jacob, whenever I had the opportunity. The option to choose your preferred gender has been added by Ubisoft to Assassin’s Creed Odyssey and the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Valhalla video games. I’m interested to see how they develop it further and if they carry this over into other games.
2 – The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Kate: It’s true that I, an avid female gamer, like this open-world adventure in which your sole choice is to assume the role of a rough, very muscular man who often has the ability to both charm gorgeous sorceresses and defeat terrifying, enormous monsters—often simultaneously. Do I like this game since it has a really gorgeous protagonist who begins the game in a bathtub while nude? Yes, indeed.
I also like it because it has a fantastic plot, a great soundtrack, a large and well-designed world to explore, a ton of missions to do, and it addresses a lot of unexpectedly complex subjects like xenophobia, human experimentation, and the murky side of politics. Yes, as well. The two! It’s both good! You may enjoy The Witcher 3 for EVERY single one of those reasons!
3 – The Last of Us Part II
Jess: After completing the previous game a few years back, I had been excitedly awaiting the release of The Last of Us Part II, so I bought it right away. As I expressed all I needed to during GameLuster’s The Last of Us Part II Spoilercast, I’ll keep my thoughts to myself for the time being. However, I must admit that it’s the most technologically impressive game I’ve ever seen, and I hope Naughty Dog takes home several prizes just for that.
4 – Zero Escape series
Elizabeth: Because of their suggestions, my buddy and I have been binge-watching the Zero Escape series of games on Steam during the month when E3 published its terribly taste story on “girl gamers.”
The puzzles in this series strongly remind me of escape rooms, which I’ve missed going to since the epidemic began. I like puzzle games, but I’m not very good at them. Character-driven games are my favorite kind of gaming, and the series’ character development is a major plus.
5 – Fallout: New Vegas
Rhiannon: The Fallout series has the greatest heart, and New Vegas embodies everything I love about it. It is rather amazing when one of the groups consists of a group of Roman cosplayers who are chasing around and killing wastelanders. The phrase “Finding it, though, that’s not the hard part” from the Dead Money DLC comes to mind when I think about New Vegas. It’s letting go.”
This sums up New Vegas’ culture. Whether you’re an NCR soldier or a Nazi LARper, this game is about the perils of clinging to a past that never was. And it’s a lesson that really sinks in. Not only that, but every character in the game—from Veronica to Joshua Graham—feels very authentic. Playing New Vegas is like going home, this Mojave Wasteland seems so worn in.
6 – Xenoblade Chronicles
Elizabeth: One of my all-time favorite video games is Xenoblade Chronicles. Like I said in Zero Escape, I like games with compelling narratives and compelling casts of people, and Xenoblade Chronicles excels in this area as well as offering a really original universe to explore.
I’ve been taking my time playing the Definitive Edition, admiring the scenery, exploring every square inch of the Bionis, and completing every pointless sidequest I can get my hands on after finishing the Wii edition in three days while on vacation!
7 – Night in the Woods
Haley: I got Night in the Woods during a Steam deal one Christmas break when I was in college. I wanted something easygoing with a compelling backstory. That is more than covered in Night in the Woods. Mae, the primary character, is a college dropout who comes home in an attempt to bring some normality back into her life. Despite the fact that Mae is an animal, I could still identify with her.
I connected with her because of her personality and problems, not because of how she appeared. Her buddies reminded me of mine since they are all different in their own ways. I like strolling about the village and seeing the little changes that occur every day since the game heavily emphasizes exploration. Right now, Night in the Woods is the game I should play again the most. I cherished every second I had with Mae and her pals.
8 – Pokémon series
Elizabeth: It would be impossible to discuss my favorite video games without including Pokémon. When my sister and I were three years old, the kids who lived next door showed us the Pokémon anime, and that’s what got us interested in video games in general as well as Pokémon in particular.
After 21 years, I’ve acquired almost every game in the series that was made available in the US. In my spare time, I like to go on shiniest hunts or raise Pokémon for competitive fighting. When Pokémon Sword and Shield were launched, my sister and I would spend our leisure time holed up in the same room playing the games together. My mother is also still a huge fan of Pokémon GO.
9 – Dark Souls III
Jess: I’ve been gradually going through the Dark Souls trilogy for the first time over the last several years. I have to admit that finishing this trilogy is definitely something that gamers who want a challenge should do, even if I will go into more depth about my experience in a future retro piece I’m writing for GameLuster.
Every time the “you died” message shows on the screen, there is a lot of hair pulling and gritting of teeth, but there is no greater thrill than beating a boss you have been stuck on for weeks.
10 – Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Elizabeth: I’ve been a fan of the Animal Crossing series since I received the first game on the GameCube as a gift when it was originally published. I know everyone and their grandmother began playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons when the epidemic started. Not only have I spent hundreds of hours playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons, but I have also played every prior Animal Crossing game. I gave New Horizons my all.
It had always been my goal to create an immaculately designed and decorated town in the series, and now that the epidemic and the new town remodeling capabilities in the game have combined, I’ve finally been able to devote much too much time to turning my whole island into something I like. Though it’s not quite as picturesque and artistic as some of the villages you see online, I believe I did a very good job on my first try!
11 – Overwatch
Rhiannon: It was one of the few of my all-time favorite online games to make the list! Given that Overwatch has twice as many female players as other first-person shooters as of 2017, it’s easy to see why the game was even on that list. The uniqueness and diversity of Overwatch is what I like about it. The game is more than simply shooting well if you have a strong team.
It also requires coordination, fast thinking, mind games, and sometimes, not shooting at all if you would rather play a supporting role. Sniping with Widowmaker is fun, but so is protecting your group from a D.Va bomb, rezzing a friend as Mercy, or ambushing Payload and Lúcio covertly.
12 – Persona Series
Kate: Putting open-world games aside for a second, the Persona series is another set of games that brings back memories of Japan (to the point where I lived there and visited many of the game places).
In every game, a group of characters learns to battle by using Personas, which are symbolic of their personal advantages and disadvantages, and they forge an unbreakable friendship while taking on the evil that ranges from small-time crooks to the gods themselves.
Persona 4 is my particular favorite because of how effectively it handles the murder mystery genre and realistically captures small-town life; nevertheless, Persona 5’s gang of phantom thieves engaged in inner-city combat is also very awesome.
13 – Stardew Valley
Kate: It seems a little contradictory that Stardew Valley is a peaceful farm management game. Tasks that seem challenging and tedious in real life turn into a ton of fun as you grow your farm in the beautiful Valley.
Explore caverns, go fishing, interact with the locals, engage in combat with creatures, and even learn the identities of the local nature spirits that guard Stardew and its residents.
The best part is that this is one of the few gender-neutral games I’ve ever played. Regardless of how you want to express yourself, the twelve eligible bachelors and bachelorettes in the game will adore you no matter which gender you choose to play as.
14- World of Horror
Haley: Although I’m not a huge fan of horror games, I find World of Horror to be unique. It is text-based and has artwork reminiscent to Junji Ito’s horror comics. The spooky music evokes a sense of terror without the use of jump scares; instead, it accomplishes it via the atmosphere, narratives, and artwork.
To be honest, even during the day, I play this game with all the lights on. Because of how brutal yet clever the cases are, I’ve kept playing. One of the aspects I’ve liked the most is the create your own narrative feature.
I may try to make things more difficult for myself to live, or try to offer myself some benefits. Regretfully, I haven’t been able to solve every case and vanquish the Old Gods, but I will finally succeed.
15 – Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
Jess: The idea of a horror game centered on mental illness really piqued my curiosity, and I’ve wanted to play Hellblade for a while. After seeing the Hellblade 2 reveal teaser, I began playing, and I really like it thus far.
It’s very unsettling to hear voices in your brain, particularly when you’re on alert and watching out for potential threats. In Hellblade, dying too often can result in a permanent death, which naturally makes you more jittery.
The voices also add a great twist to this genre, helping to develop Senua into a really complex character and raising awareness of diseases like schizophrenia.
16 – Dragon Age: Origins
Rhiannon: A lot of women play Dragon Age. Actually, 48% of those who played the most recent Dragon Age: Inquisition game were from our group. But I wanted to use this opportunity to spotlight the game that got it all began.
There are hundreds of ways to play your character and six distinct backdrops to choose from, so no two playthroughs—or six in my case—are the same. I really believe that the love subplots in the game are its strongest point, even if it may be cliché of me to discuss them.
Typically, harsh and serious negging aficionados are the romantic alternatives available to female characters. However, Zevran, Leliana, and Alistair provide us with a range of practical options here.
17 – Two Dots
Haley: Two Dots is a straightforward mobile game, unlike the previous games. To finish a level and advance to the next, connect the dots. However, there are certain difficulties since some dots could move, others might catch fire, and some might be trapped in ice. I have been playing for the last five years, sometimes.
I constantly keep the game loaded on my phone, even though it has changed a lot since I began. The game’s colors are vivid and brilliant. The game’s introductory scene changes with the seasons thanks to upgrades.
The game does have a few distinct modes, the most enjoyable of which is the scavenger hunt. Seasonally available, it involves the user looking for certain things in a certain location. With so many entertaining pop culture allusions, it provides a pleasant respite between stages.
18 – Ghost of Tsushima
Kate: Yes, there is another game in which your sole choice is to assume the role of a stoic, really tough man. Yes, Jin is wonderful, but the real reason I like Ghost of Tsushima is because it’s another exquisitely made open-world game set in a stunning setting that has deep personal meaning for me.
Ghost of Tsushima, which is set during the Mongol invasion of Japan, accurately and passionately captures the nation and its culture, making everybody who has ever been to Japan want to return. The fact that this game has become one of my all-time favorites in only a few short months of release speaks something about it.
19 – Collar x Malice
Haley: I’ll admit that I have a soft spot for otome games, especially those with original plots. The central theme of Collar x Malice is the enigmatic killings of local police officers and the covert group claiming responsibility for them.
There are several opportunities to repeat and find the whole tale because of the exquisite artwork and distinct paths that each character offers. I like how the narrative progresses and the relationship develops over time.
But choosing a romantic partner in Collar x Malice isn’t that simple. I discovered that, for narrative reasons, it is important to follow a certain sequence, and that, until I finished reading everyone else’s stories, I would not be able to romance the character I want.
It will take me a while to romance the person I want since I only recently took this one up, but I’m committed to the grind. It takes a lot of effort to romance many 2D males, and that’s precisely what I want to do for the remainder of my summer.
20 – Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Rhiannon: Despite the fact that the online version isn’t perfect, it’s still a game I wanted to include on the list. Smash Ultimate’s roster of characters, stages, soundtrack, and variety of game modes surpass even those of its predecessors, making it one of the most content-rich fighting games ever made.
Nothing could ever replace my affection for Smash Bros., in my opinion. Melee, but this is now my favorite Smash title since it strikes such a good mix between competitive and recreational play. And it’s not just me either; Smash Sisters, an all-female competition, has been going since 2016 and seems to attract a good number of participants based on their social media photos.
21 – Bloodborne
Jess: Naturally, I’ve moved on to the next greatest thing in my FromSoftware binge after finishing the Dark Souls trilogy. Even though I haven’t played Bloodborne very far, I already love the Lovecraftian horror atmosphere and am eager to kick my ass once again.
22 – Spyro Reignited Trilogy
Rhiannon: Playing Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage is one of my earliest childhood memories! demo on repeat; also, one of my favorite gaming moments is when I eventually got my small toddler’s hands on the whole game! It came as no surprise, therefore, that the Reignited Trilogy caused me to fall head over heels for the series once again.
The Spyro universe appeared exactly as my young mind had imagined, and the cartoonish characters—Hunter in particular—remain some of my favorites in the whole gaming world. There’s nothing better than gliding through the gorgeous levels, grooving to the incredible soundtrack, and experiencing a total nostalgia trip with this trilogy. It’s so endearing and lovely.
23 – BioShock: The Collection
Jess: Fortunately, BioShock: The Collection was going to be free on PlayStation Plus, and I was planning to purchase it. I haven’t explored the fabled realms of Rapture and Columbus in years. One of the greatest video game series ever created is the BioShock trilogy, which has held up very well over time.
The narrative still captivated and frightened me, just as it had when I played it for the first time a few years ago. If you haven’t already, will you please play this trilogy?
24 – Steins; Gate
Kate: The genre of visual novels is sadly known for being only comprised of cheesy relationship games and graphic sex simulators. This assumption, however, makes hidden games like Steins; Gate, a dark mystery/horror/science fiction combination about a bunch of misguided amateur scientists who find time travel in the kitchen of their run-down Tokyo apartment, unappealing to many players.
With its many endings and poignant decision-making, this is one of those games that I could play for hours on end and never get tired of. (In addition, there is an equally excellent sequel, numerous themed sequels, and several spin-offs.)
25 – Cribbage
A quick, interesting, and fun card game that has been around for hundreds of years is cribbage. The goal of the game is to accumulate points by arranging pegs on a cribbage board and creating certain card combinations; the board’s initial design was modeled by a horse racetrack, signifying the game’s rapid pace.
A regular 52-card deck is used for cribbage, and two players are given six cards each at the start of the game. The game may be played with up to four players, however in the online version, players can battle against a computer.
In order to build their hands and the “crib,” a distinct hand that the dealer retains, players alternately discard and keep cards. After the non-dealer has sliced the deck, the dealer exposes a card that serves as the starting card.
The object of the game is to make certain card combinations that gain points, while players take turns playing cards. The first player to reach the end of the cribbage board wins. Players monitor their score by moving pegs on the board.
26 – Hearts
Online players may enjoy both solo and multiplayer versions of the traditional card game Hearts. The goal of the game is to avoid collecting any cards with hearts and the Queen of Spades, which are penalty cards, in order to gain the fewest points possible. Four players start the game with 13 cards apiece, and the game is played using a regular 52-card deck.
Each player turns up to play a card from their hand, and the trick is won by the person who plays the highest-ranked card in the leading suit. In a trick, the player who wins takes the lead.
The score is calculated depending on the number of penalty cards each player has accumulated, and the game continues until all 13 tricks have been performed. The player with the lowest score wins the game.
The website also includes statistics and leaderboards to monitor a player’s progress and proficiency over time. Hearts is a free game that can be played on desktop and mobile platforms.
In summary
There are games to fit a broad variety of interests and tastes in the huge and varied world of PC gaming. The 26 PC games on this list are not only for women; rather, they were picked to highlight the inclusive and varied aspects of the gaming community.
These games include a wide range of genres, including simulation, narrative, action, and adventure. They provide interesting stories, captivating encounters, and chances for ingenuity and planning.
It’s important to acknowledge that women have made significant contributions to the gaming business and are playing games that appeal to their interests in a world where the gaming industry is always changing.
These 50 PC games are proof that excellent games are accessible to all players, regardless of gender, as gaming continues to shatter boundaries in society.
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